Data Center Construction Procurement Lead

Jobtailor; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Lexington, KY is seeking a seasoned Procurement Manager to plan, source, purchase, and deliver equipment and materials for large-scale construction projects. You will serve as the primary liaison among project teams, suppliers, sourcing specialists, and customers, ensuring procurement aligns with budgets, schedules, and technical requirements.

The role emphasizes risk mitigation, contract administration, change management, and leadership of supplier performance while mentoring

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years in project management, supply chain management, construction management, or logistics management.
• A bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Knowledge of construction and purchasing diverse materials is a plus.
• Strong negotiation skills with proven results and commercial budgeting experience.
• Ability to lead and mentor others and manage relationships across teams.

Responsibilities

• Plan, source, purchase, and deliver equipment and materials for large-scale construction projects.
• Serve as primary liaison between project teams, suppliers, sourcing specialists, and customers.
• Ensure procurement aligns with project schedules, budgets, and technical requirements.
• Oversee supplier performance, contract administration, risk mitigation, logistics coordination, and change management.
• Support project teams with equipment and material procurement for large industrial projects.
• Review shop drawings and submittals for scope-of-work compliance.
• Manage risks related to cost guarantees, warranties, and supply.

Skills

Project Management

Supply Chain

Negotiation

Procurement Software Proficiency

Microsoft Office

Procore

Bluebeam

Vendor Relations

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Procore

CMIC

Bluebeam

Procurement Tools

Job description

Jobtailor in Lexington, KY is seeking a seasoned Procurement Manager to plan, source, purchase, and deliver equipment and materials for large-scale construction projects. You will serve as the primary liaison among project teams, suppliers, sourcing specialists, and customers, ensuring procurement aligns with budgets, schedules, and technical requirements.

The role emphasizes risk mitigation, contract administration, change management, and leadership of supplier performance while mentoring